Childminder in Haringey

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children develop secure bonds with the childminder and demonstrate that they are settled, confident and happy in her care. Children respond positively to the childminder's high expectations. They behave well and show an enthusiastic approach towards learning. Children have a good selection of toys and resources to choose from. They confidently decide what they would like to play with. Children are eager to join in with the motivating activities that the childminder plans. For example, they enjoy playing in the 'ice-cream shop'. Children learn how to use money and to interact politely with others, as they pretend to buy and sell ice creams. They giggle with delight as the childminder joins in and are happy to include her in their play.

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The provision is good

Children thoroughly enjoy playing outdoors, which supports their health and well- being. They spend a lot of time in the childminder's garden, where they develop their understanding of the natural world. For instance, children eagerly search for small creatures in the 'bug hotel' and proudly show visitors the tomatoes they have grown. Children also enjoy frequent walks and trips to a nearby park. They strengthen their physical skills as they use large apparatus to practise movements such as climbing and balancing.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children in her care well and confidently talks about their capabilities. She plans a good range of activities and experiences to support and prepare them for their next stages in learning. The childminder works effectively with parents to address and narrow any possible gaps in children's learning. Children make good progress from their individual starting points. n Children become confident communicators. They enjoy conversations with the childminder and speak about their experiences at home and in her setting. The childminder asks questions and initiates discussions, which encourages children to speak. However, the childminder could do more to support children's language skills, for example by introducing a wider variety of vocabulary and remodelling language when children mispronounce words. n The childminder calmly helps children to understand the expectations for behaviour. Consequently, children behave well and display good manners. They

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listen to the childminder and respond promptly to instructions. Children learn important social skills, such as taking turns and sharing, which helps them to play harmoniously with others. n Children's health is well supported by the childminder. They spend lots of time being physically active each day. The childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks for children. She helps them to develop a real enthusiasm for healthy

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27 October 2022 eating. For instance, children cheerfully munch away on raw vegetables as they help to prepare pizzas for their lunch. They glow with pleasure when the childminder praises them for trying something new. Parents comment that the childminder provides useful tips to help them broaden their children's diets. n The childminder helps children to learn about different people and communities. For example, she provides books and activities to reflect various religious and cultural events throughout each year. The childminder ensures that children learn about and feel part of the wider community. For instance, children attend playgroups with the childminder and enjoy regular outings to the local shops and parks. n The childminder encourages children to develop their personal care skills. She has a gentle approach to supporting children when they are toilet training. Therefore, children feel comfortable and self-assured during this important

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developmental stage. Children learn to understand their physical needs, such as when they need a drink of water after physical play. n The childminder continues to reflect on and improve her practice. She recognises the benefits of attending courses, to help improve her knowledge of childcare issues. The childminder describes how recent training has helped her to expand the ways that she supports children's emotional development. n Parents state that their children are happy with the childminder and have grown more confident and sociable since joining her provision. They comment that the childminder supports children's individual care routines well and they are impressed with the variety of activities she offers. Parents say that communication is excellent, which ensures that there is a shared approach to children's care and learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities to keep children safe. She ensures that her safeguarding knowledge is up to date and can recognise the signs or symptoms which may be a cause for concern. The childminder is clear about the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child or if there is an allegation made about her. The childminder supervises children appropriately and carries out thorough risk assessments on her home and for outings. This helps the childminder to provide a safe and suitable environment for children to play and learn.

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should:

n strengthen the support for children's language skills, to help children broaden their vocabularies and learn correct grammar and pronunciation of words.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY268707 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10063379 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Crouch End, in the London Borough of Haringey. She operates for most of the year from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas she uses for childminding. They discussed the early years curriculum and how the childminder organises her provision. n The inspector observed the quality of education and evaluated the impact on children's learning. n The childminder ensured that her documents were available for the inspector to view, including her paediatric first-aid certificate and evidence of suitability checks for household members. n The inspector took account of parents' written feedback. She also observed and spoke to children to find out about their experiences with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

27 October 2022 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

27 October 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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